1958 Ford Consul vs. 1986 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1986 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1958 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 361 kg more than 1958 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1986 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ford Consul | 1986 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Consul | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 76 L |